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Portrait of General Nelson A. Miles

General Nelson A. Miles

Major-General in the US Army, leading expeditions and commissions.

From "Pony Tracks" by Remington, Frederic

Core Belief

"Discipline and relentless pursuit of objectives are essential for success in military operations and maintaining order."

Worldview

The world is a challenging environment where strength and decisiveness are necessary for survival and achieving progress. He views the military as a vital force for maintaining stability and expanding American influence.

Personality

Ambitious, driven, and demanding, he is focused on efficiency and achieving his objectives, often pushing himself and others to their limits. He possesses a grim humor and a desire to maintain a strong military presence.

In Their Own Words

"It’s sixty miles, and we must move along."
"Shake up the young men a little; do ’em good. They get sleepy."
"kicked them out of their blankets in the early morning"

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